Missouri State University’s on-campus newspaper, The Standard, released its “Best of MSU” list for 2015’s final edition. Several Downtown businesses and venues took home student-choice awards, including Downtown itself for “Best Place to Hang Out.”

Downtown Winners

Best Place to Hang Out: Downtown Springfield
Best Place for Dinner with Parents: Springfield Brewing Company
Best Sushi: Kai
Best Sandwich: Jimmy John’s
Best Pizza: Pappo’s Pizzeria
Best Bar Food: Big Whiskey’s
Best Happy Hour: Big Whiskey’s
Best Beer Specials: Finnegan’s Wake
Best Barber Shop: Hudson Hawk
Best Gaming Spot: 1984
Best Dance Club: Vintage DanceLounge
Best Place to Hear Local Bands: Outland Ballroom
Best Bike Shop: Queen City Cycles

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